3 Jobs to do in the garden

1 Once Prune shrubs the threat of frosts have passed, late summeror autumn-flowering shrubs, such as buddleia and fuchsia, can be pruned up until mid-spring.

2 Plant out dahlias Tubers that overwintered indoors can be planted out. Dampen first and sprinkle horticultural sand in the hole to protect from slugs and snails.

3 Deadhead spring flowers Prevent spring bulbs and bedding plants from setting seed and wasting their energy reserves by deadheading them.